Strasenburgh Planetarium
Shows & Events
Journey across the universe via spectacular shows at the Strasenburgh Planetarium!
Online ticket sales for public shows are encouraged and end 5 minutes before showtime. Same-day and advance sale tickets are available at the Planetarium box office and Museum reception desk.
Some of our shows contains a sequence of flashing lights that may affect customers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy or other sensitivities.
Seats are first come, first served. We highly suggest coming early.
Featured Presentations
Resolution: A Cinephonic Rhapsody for the Soul
Experience an immersive, musical film created by world-renowned Oscar and Emmy-award-winning visual artists and inspired by the Polyphonic Spree’s latest album, Salvage Enterprise.
Moon Joy: To the Moon with Artemis II
Meet the Artemis II astronauts, the spacecraft, the mission and experience the “Moon Joy”.
Deep Fields: A Synambient Journey
An immersive sonic journey into the farthest reaches of the universe, featuring live electronic soundscapes and high-definition imagery from the James Webb Space Telescope.
Hubble’s Immersive Universe
This show fills the Star Theater dome with brilliant colors displayed in stars, nebulas, and galaxies that have been photographed by the Hubble Space Telescope.
Planet Spectacular
Visit all the planets in our solar system (and Pluto) and the most interesting and beautiful moons, all in one colorful show.
Messengers of Time and Space
This immersive experience invites audiences to explore the dynamic cosmos and witness the transformative impact of real-time data on our understanding of the Universe. You’ll learn about how information can reach us through cosmic rays, elusive neutrinos, and gravitational waves.
Events & Classes
Tattoos Under the Stars x Cursed & Crafted Oddities Bazaar
Experience a truly unique event under the dome of the Strasenburgh Planetarium. Get inked by your favorite local artist or shop Cursed & Crafted for the memory of a lifetime!
Yoga Under the Stars
Join Yoga Revolution for a flow under the stars of the RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium dome for a unique & grounding experience.
The Night Sky with Jim Bader
We’re inviting members for an exclusive opportunity to explore our night sky and beyond through the eyes of Jim Bader, Director of the Strasenburgh Planetarium.
Free Telescope viewing
Join us on select Saturdays to enjoy free telescope viewings.
HOST YOUR OWN PRIVATE PLANETARIUM SHOW!
Join us on a whirlwind, time travel adventure back to the epoch of the dinosaurs!
Star shows
The Sky Tonight and Stars with Carl are FREE for members!
Stars with Carl
A monthly show devoted to the 1968 Carl Zeiss Mark VI star projector, with a live presenter conducting a tour of the original Planetarium sky.
The Sky Tonight
Enjoy a concise tour of the stars, constellations, and planets in the current sky.
Laser Shows
Laser abba
Experience timeless hits like “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia,” and “SOS” in a kaleidoscope of color and light. Get ready to sing along and groove to the infectious beats of this mesmerizing reimagining of ABBA’s catchy classics.
Laser Stranger Things
LIMITED TIME RUN! Take a trip to the Upside Down this spooky season to experience the ’80s tunes and soundscapes of Netflix’s popular show Stranger Things!
Laser Taylor Swift (Remixed)
Laser Taylor Swift: Remixed takes the artists’ biggest hits and brings them to life in dazzling laser light. Song selection and order are randomly chosen for each show–no two shows are alike!
Laser Bad Bunny
Watch the dome transform into a pulsating canvas of light, dancing to the dembow beats of one of Latin America and America’s most popular artists!
Laser Elton John
Laser Elton John celebrates the musical artist’s larger-than-life persona, bringing the Rocket Man’s powerful music to life in gorgeous laser light.
Dark Side of the Moon
Travel into space and to the Dark Side of the Moon with a classic 1973 Pink Floyd mind-bending light and sound landscape.
Laser Daft Punk
The French electronic music duo known as Daft Punk brought house music to the masses. This show is an exciting tribute to the visual spectacle of the costumed pair.
Radiohead Laser
Hear all the hits of our Radiohead playlist accompanied by dazzling effects, from the comfort of a Planetarium recliner.
Laser Billie Eilish
Laser Billie Eilish brings the music of the Grammy-winning pop sensation to life in a thrilling laser-light spectacle. Experience the emotional intensity of her music in an immersive atmosphere of light and sound.
70s Laser
Get your groove on under the laser lights of the Planetarium dome to some of the 70’s greatest hits!
90s Laser
From rock, to grunge, to Lilith Fair, there’s a little something for all 90’s lovers. This show was produced in-house at the Strasenburgh Planetarium.
Laser Beyoncé
Grab your Single Ladies and sing along to the Queen’s discography under the dazzling lasers of the Planetarium dome.
Pink Floyd Laser
A laser show staple, experience the Pink Floyd show produced right here in Rochester at the Strasenburgh Planetarium!
The Beatles in Laser Light
Twist and Shout along to this classic laser show. This show was produced in-house at the Strasenburgh Planetarium.
Laser The Weeknd
Embark on a journey through the chart-topping artist’s most iconic hits. From the Grammy-award-winning ‘Blinding Lights’ to his most popular dance floor anthems, you’ll be immersed in a stunning light show.
Led Zeppelin Laser
Rock out to hits from the albums Houses of the Holy, Coda, Led Zeppelin III & IV, Mothership, and more!
